Assistive Technology: Large Print Books

Description:
I’m sure most of us have seen large print books throughout our life or requested the large print version by accident, but in case you haven’t, they are books with larger print than the average book. Based on the Library of Congress, “large-print materials are most commonly available in 16- to 18-point type” (https://www.loc.gov/nls/resources/general-resources-on-disabilities/large-print-materials/). Large print books are typically only available in paperback and can cost more than the “normal” 10-12 point font version of the book.

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Design Critique: UN-Habitat Lebanon Neighborhood Profile Portal

Lebanon Neighborhood Profiles is an online interactive portal created by UN-Habitat Lebanon to share maps, statistical data, and information on both Lebanese and non-Lebanese residing in more than 30 of the most disadvantaged neighborhoods in Lebanon. The platform also serves as an open source for any information related to Lebanon’s disadvantaged neighborhoods from their built environment, governance, social and economic sectors, and history.

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Assistive Technology: Liftware Steady

Liftware Steady is an electronic stabilizing handle with a selection of attachments that include a soup spoon, everyday spoon, fork, and spork. Liftware Steady is designed to help people suffering from hand tremors, which may be related to Parkinson’s disease or essential tremor, eat more easily. The stabilizing handle contains sensors that detect hand motion and a small onboard computer that distinguishes unwanted tremor from the intended movement of the hand. To stabilize the utensil, the computer directs two motors in the handle to move the utensil attachment in the opposite direction of any detected tremor.

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Improving Discoverability of Pratt Institute Libraries’ New Website with Concentration on Navigation Bar, Chat Widget and Library Hours Section

Project Summary Pratt Institute Libraries website supports the education mission of Pratt Institute by providing digital resources and assistance for the Pratt community. For evaluating the usability of the Pratt Institute Libraries website, we gathered as three Pratt Institute Information Faculty students. Our team included Priyanka, who is a Data Visualization and Analysis graduate student,

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Usability Evaluation for The Friends of Crocheron & John Golden Park

About This usability evaluation was conducted by a team of 5 graduate students in a Usability Theory and Practice course at Pratt Institute during the Spring 2022 semester. Our client, the Friends of Crocheron & John Golden Park is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide stewardship over Crocheron & John Golden Park in

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Enhancing the Friends of Crocheron and John Golden Park Website – Evaluation Story

Project Summary The Friends of Crocheron & John Golden Park is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide stewardship over Crocheron & John Golden Park in Bayside, Queens. The organization coordinates volunteer events, recreational activities, park conservation, and educational opportunities to engage the community that uses the park. Our clients were interested in understanding

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